Mohave Valley Elementary School District 16

This document outlines Mohave Valley Elementary School District #16's plan for navigating the 2020-2021 school year amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. It details various instructional models, including distance learning, hybrid learning, online learning, and traditional in-person learning, designed to provide continuity of education while prioritizing the health and safety of students and staff. Key components include comprehensive health and safety protocols, such as social distancing, hygiene practices, face covering requirements, and cleaning procedures, along with clear guidelines for managing COVID-19 symptoms and cases. The plan emphasizes flexibility, community communication, and adherence to public health recommendations to ensure a safe and engaging learning environment.

The meeting included a superintendent update, strategic planning for the new fiscal year, and the upcoming new teacher induction. A presentation was given on the 2024-25 8th Grade Field Trip to D.C., and the 2025-26 8th Grade Field Trip to Washington D.C. was approved. The proposed budget for FY 2025-2026 was discussed, with a telephonic meeting scheduled for final approval. Policy Advisories 876-905 were also approved.

The meeting included a review of reports submitted by administrators and a presentation on the Curriculum Alignment and Revision Council (CARC). The board also discussed and approved policy advisories and a new student cell phone use policy.

The meeting included recognition of the NAU Rural Resource Support Staff of the Year and the 2025 Trailblazer Award Recipient. The board discussed and approved the hiring of a School Improvement and Assessment Coordinator, the May budget revision, and a policy change regarding Administrative Incentive Performance Pay. They also approved a resolution authorizing the levy of the adjacent ways tax for transportation center modernization and infrastructure improvements. Future agenda items and announcements were also discussed.

The strategic action plan focuses on family and community engagement to create supportive school communities. It emphasizes data-driven decision-making, nurturing environments, and valuing parents as partners in education. The plan includes strategies for communicating the Continuous Improvement Plan with staff, the governing board, and the community to gather input and adjust the plan as necessary.